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A paediatric intensive care unit is a complex environment with many hazards for potential medical errors. Due to the high acuity of illness and the complexity of medical care with multiple disciplines and individuals involved, medical errors occur due to breakdowns in communication and teamwork. Medication errors are the most frequent errors in paediatrics. This chapter proposes some strategies to prevent medical errors in paediatric intensive care units.
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